From Theatre Education to Portfolio Career | Careershifters
Careershifters blog What work were you doing previously? For a long time I specialised in education, initially as a teacher. Then for four years I was the Director of Education…
From the Government to Own Business | Careershifters
Careershifters blog What work were you doing previously? I worked for the US government at the Federal Aviation Administration for the last 28 years. I was in upper management and…
Annual Career Checkup: Your New Year In View
Work It Daily It’s time for your annual career checkup! What changes do you want to make in your work life next year? Do you want a new job or…
How To Get Out Of Your Head And Into Action (Finally) With
Careershifters blog “This year, I’m going to make a career change – find work I love and move into a completely new field.” What a statement. The idea is enormous…
From the Media to the Natural World (Plus Post-shift
Careershifters blog What work were you doing previously? I was a digital journalist, editor and producer at the Australian Broadcasting Corporation. I worked there for almost 12 years, in roles…
How To Tell Your Friends And Family About Your Career
Careershifters blog “Hell is other people.” – Jean-Paul Sartre Finding fulfilling work can feel like an incredibly lonely journey. What are you going to do next? What will make you…
4 Ways To Take Ownership Of Your Career
Work It Daily Are you sick and tired of depending on other people for your career success? Good! The only person in charge of your success is you. If you’re…
From Product Manager to Consultant | Careershifters
Careershifters blog What work were you doing previously? I was the global product manager for women’s and girls’ footwear at a large shoe brand. I worked closely with the design,…
Proof Projects: A Powerful Tool To Build Credibility And
Careershifters blog At some point in your shift, there will come a moment where you’re face to face with someone who has real decision-making power. It might be in an…
No Relevant Skills? How A New Take On ‘Value’ Can Help You
Careershifters blog Trying to break into a new career can feel like stepping naked off a cliff. Not only are you trying to make a leap into completely unknown territory,…